Cardone Industries, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #03E032000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 03E032000 by Cardone Industries, Inc.. Includes 15,899 affected units, CARDONE/REAR BRAKE CALIPER, component: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Remanufacturerd rear brake calipers, part nos. 18-7019, 18-7020, 16-7019, and 16-7020, manufactured from february 1, 2002, to april, 25, 2003., and for use on 1965 thru 1982 chevrolet corvettes. the subject brake calipers were manufactured using improperly manufactured piston seals. these seals are intended to prevent fluid leakage between the caliper housing and the pistons. these brake calipers are for use only on 1965 thru 1982 chevrolet corvette vehicles. this recall does not involve general motors corporation or any of its products.

Corrective Action

Cardone will notify its customers and all unsold inventory will be repurchased and will provide a full refund to customers. owner notification is expected to begin during may 2003. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact cardone at 215-912-3000.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 03E032000

Manufacturer: Cardone Industries, Inc.

Report Received Date: 2003-05-12T00:00:00

Subject: Cardone/rear brake caliper

Component: Service Brakes, Air

Potentially Affected Units: 15,899

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Equipment

Defect Summary: Remanufacturerd rear brake calipers, part nos. 18-7019, 18-7020, 16-7019, and 16-7020, manufactured from february 1, 2002, to april, 25, 2003., and for use on 1965 thru 1982 chevrolet corvettes. the subject brake calipers were manufactured using improperly manufactured piston seals. these seals are intended to prevent fluid leakage between the caliper housing and the pistons. these brake calipers are for use only on 1965 thru 1982 chevrolet corvette vehicles. this recall does not involve general motors corporation or any of its products.

Consequence Summary: Under these conditions, the vehicle operator may not be able to stop the car, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.

Corrective Action: Cardone will notify its customers and all unsold inventory will be repurchased and will provide a full refund to customers. owner notification is expected to begin during may 2003. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact cardone at 215-912-3000.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 03E032000

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